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February 15, 2012

The Better Chip Review

I recently had the opportunity to try The Better Chip; an all natural, gluten-free, cholesterol free, non-GMO ingredients tortilla chip and all I can say is YUM! These chips really live up to their name.

I received three varieties of The Better Chip including: Red Pepper with Salsa Fresco; Jalapeno with Sea Salt; and Sweet Onion with White Cheddar.

The company also sent along a really cute cotton tee shirt with the words "Lip Burner" emblazoned across the chest. This was a gift for taking time to try The Better Chip and write a review.

What I liked most about these chips is they were super fresh and crisp and had just the right amount of seasoning. I'm more of a naked chip kind of gal and prefer to dip my naked chips in salsa. The reason being, most flavored chips on the market have a coating of some manufactured powdery substance that leaves a nasty aftertaste. Or, there's so much seasoning that the taste hangs around in your mouth for hours. Not so with The Better Chip.

The Red Pepper with Salsa Fresco had big flavor packed inside the chip. Take a look for your self...

The-better-chip-red-pepper-and-salsa-fresca

You can actually see the red pepper flakes baked into the chips. Better yet, the Red Pepper with Salsa Fresco are perfect for those times when you don't have salsa around. While these chips had plenty of flavor on their own I sampled them with some salsa just to see how the tortilla chip would hold up. Of the 10 chips I dipped, not one broke. That's because The Better Chip is thicker than most other brands.

While I enjoyed the Red Pepper chips, I really loved the Sweet Onion and White Cheddar. This really surprised me because I'm not a huge fan of any chips that add white cheddar. Again, it goes back to having too much of the powdered seasoning that usually doesn't even resemble the flavor of white cheddar. Not so with The Better Chip.

These had a great balance of onion and white cheddar flavors. There was a light dusting of white cheddar cheese across the entire chip. Just enough so that when you lick your lips you get the final remnants of the saltiness of the cheese. Delicious!

Sadly, I was only able to eat half of the chips because I shared them with my husband. I served them as a side with BBQ Beef sandwiches and a pickle spear. They were a great addition to the meal and in fact, were the favorite part!

I am saving the Jalapeno with Sea Salt for our Mexican Dinner night this week. I'm thinking of turning them into a nacho dish, but these chips are so good on their own I might just serve them as a side.

Unfortunately, The Better Chip is not yet available in my state, but I'm hoping they arrive soon. The good news is they are available in states where I have friends and family so I've already placed orders.

Learn more about what makes The Better Chip better and see if they are available in your home town. If so, I highly recommend buying a few bags. You won't be disappointed.

Posted on February 15, 2012 at 08:03 PM in Food and Drink, Snacks, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)

February 04, 2012

Super Easy Pasta Salad

This super easy pasta salad is a favorite for any kind of gathering from Super Bowl parties to weddings and everything in between. The pasta salad can be made with any kind of pasta, but I prefer to use penne. I've also tried it with elbow macaroni and medium size shells. One benefit of using shell pasta is it holds some of the dressing, so if you like a lot of dressing with your pasta salad try using shells instead.

Although this pasta salad is easy to make it does require a bit of prep time to cut all the veggies. It is also best to chill it for at least 2 hours prior to serving.

SUPER EASY PASTA SALAD
Serves: 12
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Chill Time: 2 hours

INGREDIENTS:

1 (16 ounce) box Penne Pasta
1 each Red, Yellow, and Green Bell Pepper, thinly sliced
1/2 Red Onion, thinly sliced
1 (6 ounce) can Whole Pitted Black Olives, drained
1/2 pint Whole Grape or Cherry Tomatoes, halved
1/2 bottle Italian Salad Dressing
Salt and Pepper, to taste

DIRECTIONS:

1. Prepare pasta according to package directions.
2. While pasta is cooking, thinly slice bell peppers and onion and cut cherry tomatoes in half.
3. When pasta is cooked, drain in a collander and rinse with cold water.
4. Transfer pasta to large bowl. Add peppers, onion, and cherry tomatoes.
5. Add 1/2 a bottle of Italian Salad Dressing. Season with salt and pepper, if desired.
6. Gently mix all ingredients together until well combined.
7. Cover bowl and chill for 2 hours prior to serving.

Posted on February 04, 2012 at 01:22 PM in Entertaining, Food and Drink, Pasta Recipes, Recipes, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

January 12, 2012

SavingStar Grocery e-Coupons

Here are more printable grocery e-coupons from SavingStar. Be certain to print out the coupons offered at your favorite grocer to ensure you receive the savings.

Posted on January 12, 2012 at 01:24 PM in Coupons, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

January 10, 2012

Weekly Grocery Coupons

This week we have some great printable grocery coupons. Savings are offered on baby food, vitamins, pet foods, cereals, pizza dough and rolls, and personal care products.

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Posted on January 10, 2012 at 03:24 PM in Coupons, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

December 30, 2011

Vegetarian Tamale Pie Recipe

It is believed tamale pie dates back to the early 1900s, when women were encouraged to conserve meat. Nearly all tamale pies contain corn, cornmeal, tomatoes and beans. Some add beef, pork or chicken to the pie mixture, while others include cheese or olives.

The spiciness of tamale pies can be controlled through the use of peppers. The Jalapeno is relatively mild, whereas Habaneras boast the highest level of heat. The pepper rule of thumb is the smaller the pepper, the higher the heat.

When working with hot chili peppers, it's best to wear gloves. If this is not an option, be certain to thoroughly wash hands with soap and water after removing seeds and chopping.

The following Vegetarian Tamale Pie recipe was developed by me when I worked at a health food store. This turned out to be one of the most requested dishes on the menu. I have since altered it with the addition of chile pepper and red pepper flakes. Feel free to adjust the heat by adding more or less of these ingredients.

VEGETARIAN TAMALE PIE
Serves 6
Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
Bake Time: 30 to 40 minutes

Ingredients:

3 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
1 medium Onion, chopped
2-3 cloves Garlic, minced
1 fresh Jalapeno Pepper, seeds removed and minced
1 15-ounce can Black Beans, rinsed and drained
1 15-ounce can Refried Beans
1 15-ounce can Corn
1 15-ounce can diced Tomatoes, with juice
1 Tablespoon Chili powder
1 teaspoon crushed Red Pepper flakes (or Cayenne Pepper)
1 teaspoon Salt
1 cup Cheddar Cheese, shredded
Sour Cream, optional

Topping:

3 cups Cornmeal
2 Tablespoons Honey
1 Tablespoon Salt
2 Tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
3 cups Water

Directions:

1) Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

2) In a small skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic and jalapeno pepper. Saute until crisp tender.

3) In medium mixing bowl, combine black beans, refried beans, corn, tomatoes, spices and sautéed vegetables. Mix well.

4) In separate medium mixing bowl, combine cornmeal, honey, salt, olive oil and water. Mix until smooth.

5) Pour bean mixture into lightly greased 8-inch glass baking dish.

6) Sprinkle cheddar cheese on top of bean mixture.

7) Using a large spoon, place dollops of topping on bean mixture. Spread mixture across bean mixture as if icing a cake.

8) Place inside oven and bake for 30 minutes, or until a knife or toothpick inserted into the cornmeal topping comes out clean.

9) Remove from oven and serve immediately.

10) Top with sour cream, if desired.

Posted on December 30, 2011 at 02:01 PM in Casseroles, Dinner Recipes, Food and Drink, Recipes, Vegetarian Recipes, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

December 28, 2011

Kung Pao Tofu Recipe

Kung Pao Tofu is an excellent Chinese food option for individuals who follow a Vegetarian diet. This recipe can be adapted using chicken for those who cannot stand the thought of tofu. However, before you turn up your nose, give this recipe a try. Tofu takes on the flavor of the ingredients it's cooked with. When properly cooked few people notice any difference in texture or flavor.

Use extra-firm tofu when preparing Kung Pao Tofu; otherwise the tofu will crumble when cooked. And, if you chicken out (no pun intended), instructions for preparing this popular Chinese dish with chicken are listed at the bottom of this recipe. Simply cook the chicken first, then follow the recipe below.

KUNG PAO TOFU RECIPE
Serves 4
Prep Time: 15-20 minutes
Cook Time: 5-8 minutes

Ingredients:

2 Tablespoons Balsamic Vinegar
3 Tablespoons Tamari or Soy Sauce
2 teaspoons Honey
1 teaspoon Arrowroot or Cornstarch
1 Tablespoon Sesame Oil
1 Tablespoon Extra Virgin Olive Oil
2 cloves Garlic, minced
1 teaspoon fresh Ginger, minced
2 teaspoons dried Red Pepper flakes
1 green Bell Pepper, seeded, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 red Bell Pepper, seeded, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 small yellow Onion, cut into 1-inch chunks
1 pound Extra Firm Tofu, drained and cut into 1-inch cubes
1/4 cup dry roasted Peanuts
4 cups cooked Rice (white, brown, Jasmine)

Directions:

1) In a small bowl, mix together Balsamic vinegar, Tamari (or soy sauce), honey and sesame oil. Set aside.
2) Mix arrowroot (or cornstarch) with small amount of water until smooth. Add to sauce mixture and stir ingredients until well blended. Set aside.
3) Heat a large, heavy pan or Wok over medium-high heat for 2 minutes.
4) Remove pan from heat and carefully add olive oil. Return to burner and heat oil for about 30 seconds or until it reaches the smoking point.
5) Add garlic, ginger and red pepper flakes. Cook for about 10 seconds and stir frequently.
6) Add green and red peppers and onions. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring frequently until crisp-tender.
7) Add tofu and gently stir to incorporate with vegetables. Cook for 2 minutes.
8) Add sauce and gently stir to incorporate ingredients. Continue stirring and cook until sauce boils and thickens, about 30 seconds.
9) Add peanuts; stir to mix.
10) Remove from heat and serve over rice.

KUNG PAO CHICKEN RECIPE - Option #2

1) Replace tofu with 8-ounces of skinless, boneless chicken breasts cut into 1-inch cubes.
2) In medium saucepan, bring 1-1/2 cups water to boil.
3) Add chicken, stirring constantly to avoid sticking.
4) Reduce heat to low and simmer until chicken turns white and cooked through; about 2 minutes.
5) Drain chicken in colander set over a bowl. Set aside.
6) Reserve 1/4 cup of this cooking liquid and add to the vinegar, soy sauce, honey mixture.
7) Follow directions in the recipe above and replace the tofu with chicken when called for.

Posted on December 28, 2011 at 09:37 AM in Dinner Recipes, Food and Drink, Poultry, Recipes, Vegetarian Recipes, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

December 27, 2011

Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Patties No-Bake Recipe

Dark Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Patties are one of my favorite no-bake cookie recipes. They are super easy to make and include common ingredients most of us have on hand in our pantry and refrigerator. These are a great standby when unexpected guests show up because you can whip up a batch in less than 15 minutes.

I recently updated this recipe by using dark chocolate instead of regular cocoa. If you don't care for dark chocolate, feel free to substitute with unsweetened cocoa powder. While this recipe calls for smooth peanut butter, there is no reason you can't use chunky.

These no-bake cookies are exceptionally rich, so avoid the temptation to make them larger than the instructions state. Keeping them small also helps eliminate some of the guilt. I hope you enjoy them so much that you begin your own family tradition of serving them!

DARK CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER CRUNCH PATTIES NO-BAKE RECIPE
Yield: 18 cookies
Prep Time: 10-15 minutes
Cool Time: 15 minutes

Ingredients:

1/2 stick unsalted Butter
3/4 cup granulated Sugar
2 Tablespoons Hershey's Special Dark Cocoa (or Unsweetened Cocoa, if preferred)
1/4 cup low-fat Milk (substitute with Soy or Almond milk, if desired)
1/4 cup Creamy Peanut Butter
1-1/2 cup + 2 Tablespoons quick-cooking Oats
1 teaspoon vanilla

Directions:

1) In a large saucepan, combine butter, sugar, cocoa and milk.
2) Over medium-high heat, cook the mixture until it boils; stir constantly. Once this comes to a boil, it will begin to bubble. At this point, remove pan from heat.
3) Add peanut butter, vanilla and oats. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
4) Drop mixture by teaspoonful on waxed or parchment paper. Flatten with backside of spoon to create 1/4-inch patties.
5) Let cool 15 minutes and serve.

Posted on December 27, 2011 at 11:14 AM in Desserts, Entertaining, Food and Drink, Recipes, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

December 07, 2011

Baked Cheddar Mashed Potatoes Recipe

The other day I made these baked cheddar mashed potatoes on a whim. I had a package of instant mashed potatoes in the cupboard and decided to use them for my experiment. I would prefer making homemade, but these were actually quite tasty and I'd probably use the instant again just because it was so simple.

One the other hand, I think the baked cheddar mashed potatoes would have a better consistency with homemade. I imagine these potatoes would taste great using other kinds of cheese. I bet bleu cheese, mozzarella, or a parmesan/mozzarella blend would be great.

I used instant Baby Red potatoes, which added a hint of color. The next time, I'm going to add bacon bits for additional flavor. This recipe takes about 15 minutes total and is a good stand-in when time is limited.

Baked Cheddar Mashed Potatoes
Servings: 4
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 5 minutes

Ingredients:

1 package instant Baby Red potatoes
Water (as per directions on potatoes)
2 Tablespoons unsalted Butter
½ teaspoon each Sea Salt and freshly ground Black Pepper, optional
½ cup Sharp Cheddar Cheese
8 cupcake tins

Directions:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Prepare potatoes according to package directions. Add butter and gently mix with water and instant potatoes. Cover and set aside for 5 minutes. Add cheddar cheese right before filling cupcake tins.
3. Insert cupcake tins into muffin pan. Using ice cream scoop, fill each tin ¾ full of cheddar cheese potato mixture.
4. Bake for 4 to 5 minutes, or until tops turn golden brown. Remove from oven and serve immediately.

Posted on December 07, 2011 at 05:34 PM in Food and Drink, Recipes, Side Dishes, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)

November 11, 2011

Calling All Home Cooks! MasterChef Season 3 Open Calls Now Taking Place

One of my favorite reality shows is MasterChef, so when a casting producer from the show asked me to let visitors know about upcoming open calls for Season 3 I was happy to help. It's hard to believe a year has passed since MasterChef open calls for Season 2 took place. Where has the time gone?

I had planned to audition for MasterChef last year, but personal issues came up that prevented me from attending. I knew there would be plenty of exceptional cooks trying out and my chances of being selected were about as slim as winning the lottery, but I wanted to attend just to get a feel for what it's like.

After watching Season 2, I realized I don't have the skills to compete. Those contestants whipped up some serious gourmet food that I would have no clue how to prepare. However, I do have a lot of passion for cooking and meeting Gordon Ramsay is on my bucket list, so I just might find the courage to audition and see if my family recipe would be enough to wow the judges.

One thing to consider when applying is that whatever dish you prepare should hold up at room temperature. Realize your dish is prepared at home (or a hotel) and transported to the event. You might be standing in line for quite awhile before heading to the judges table.

If you aren't able to attend a live event, you can submit a video of your dish. Keep in mind that thousands of people submit videos, so if you go this route make sure to submit a high quality video that showcases your personality and cooking style.

You also need to fill out an application before attending MasterChef open calls. The application is 11 pages, so make certain to set aside plenty of time to fill it out completely.

As one who has participated in cooking contests, I encourage you to prepare a few test dishes and let them sit out for several hours to see how they hold up. While I'm not a big fan of wasting food, it's okay to make a small portion of your signature dish to make sure it's going to look good when presented to the judges. Remember, the grand prize is $250,000 so you want to put your best dish forward.

For those of you that do have plenty of culinary talent, I encourage you to reach for the stars and attend an audition. You really have nothing to lose and are certain to meet some new friends and learn new cooking techniques while you're there. Everything you need to know about MasterChef Season 3 Open Calls is presented at www.MasterChefCasting.com.

Posted on November 11, 2011 at 07:10 PM in Cooking Events, Food and Drink, Public Service Announcements, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

October 10, 2011

The Daily Sip for Wine Lovers

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Posted on October 10, 2011 at 02:04 PM in Food and Drink, Public Service Announcements, Weblogs, Wines | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)

September 26, 2011

HURRY! Flirty Aprons is Having a Flash Sale

My favorite vendor, Flirty Aprons, is having a flash sale on two of their flirty 'Marilyn' aprons offered in Mint-a-liscious and Strawberry Shortcake. If you're tired of plain, boring aprons act quick and take advantage of this flash sale. If you hurry, you can take 50% off your order!

There are a limited number of aprons available, so if you want one do not procrastinate. The Flirty Aprons flash sale ends Tuesday, September 27th at midnight (MST). To receive the discount enter the code of STRAWMINT at check-out. To order Marilyn aprons click on the underlined link below.

Two Apron Flash Sale, code STRAWMINT, expires 9/27

Disclosure: The Cheap Gourmet earns an affiliate commission for Flirty Apron sales generated from this blog. Thank you for shopping with our trusted vendors and helping to keep this food blog available to everyone at no charge!

Posted on September 26, 2011 at 07:28 PM in Shopping, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

September 22, 2011

Money Saving Grocery Coupons

The Cheap Gourmet is testing new programs that offer money saving grocery coupons. With the cost of groceries always on the rise, my goal is to help people save a few bucks. Start saving money today by clicking on the links below and printing grocery coupons.

I welcome your feedback as to how you like this tool and if you want me to offer this on a regular basis. Leave a comment below or drop me a note and let me know about your experience. Thanks in advance for being part of the test!

Posted on September 22, 2011 at 06:24 PM in Coupons, Food and Drink, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

September 16, 2011

KC Masterpiece Southern Style BBQ Chicken

I recently received a bottle of KC Masterpiece Southern Style BBQ Sauce through the FoodBuzz Tastemaker program with KC Masterpiece. I've been a fan of KC Masterpiece for as long as I've been cooking and was eager to try their new sauce.

The KC Masterpiece Southern Style BBQ Sauce is thin-bodied with slightly tangy notes of cider vinegar and a bit of heat from red and black pepper.

I wanted to create a sweet and tangy flavor, so I whipped up a wet rub consisting of dark brown sugar, fresh garlic, onion powder, Beau Monde seasoning, and a splash of BBQ sauce, then brushed the chicken in BBQ sauce during the final minutes of grilling.

The brown sugar rub can be tricky to cook with as it creates a caramel-coating that is sticky and can burn easily on the grill. For this reason, I cooked the chicken on low heat to minimize the black crunch. The end result was a sweet and tangy chicken with just a hint of spicy notes at the back of the throat.

I served the KC Masterpiece Southern Style BBQ Chicken with sides of baked beans, baked garlic cheddar mashed muffins, and yeast dinner rolls. I used a whole cut-up chicken and turned the leftovers into a BBQ chicken salad.

My husband and I absolutely loved the new KC Masterpiece sauce. It's thinner than most of the bottled sauces I've used in the past, which I really liked because it didn't overpower the flavor of the meal. I can't wait to try it on pulled pork, ribs, and my slow-roasted beef brisket.

KC Masterpiece Southern Style BBQ Chicken
Serves: 4
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes

Ingredients:

1 whole Chicken, cut-up
1/4 cup Dark Brown Sugar
2 large cloves Garlic, minced
1 teaspoon Onion Powder
1 teaspoon Beau Monde seasoning
2 teaspoons dry Chicken Rub
1/2 cup + 2 teaspoons KC Masterpiece Southern Style BBQ Sauce

Directions:

1. Preheat gas grill to 300 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Rinse whole chicken with cool water and pat dry. Cut into pieces.
3. In small bowl, combine dark brown sugar, garlic, onion powder, Beau Monde seasoning, dry chicken rub, and 2 teaspoons KC Masterpiece Southern Style BBQ Sauce.
4. Gently massage rub onto chicken pieces.

5. Place on grill and cook for 25 minutes, turning chicken pieces half-way through cooking.
6. Brush chicken pieces with remaining 1/2-cup of BBQ Sauce during final 5 minutes of cooking.
7. Remove from grill and serve immediately.

Posted on September 16, 2011 at 11:26 AM in BBQ Recipes, Dinner Recipes, Food and Drink, Poultry, Recipes, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

August 24, 2011

American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Press Release

The following American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Press Release references the Indianapolis Out of the Darknesss Community Walk that The Cheap Gourmet is helping to raise funds for through our "Cooking for Colebear" recipe booklet. We thank you for your support and donations to this worthy cause!

PRESS RELEASE For Immediate Release August, 2011

Subject: The American Foundation for Suicide Prevention Announces 7th Annual Indianapolis Out of the Darkness Community Walk

INDIANAPOLIS, IN— On Saturday, September 10, 2011, the canal at White River State Park, downtown Indianapolis, will be the site for the 7th annual Out of the Darkness Walk fundraising event benefiting the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and its Indiana Chapter.

As one of 12 community and campus walks in Indiana and over 240 walks taking place around the country this year, the event will help fund the AFSP’s ongoing efforts with research, education, advocacy and prevention initiatives designed to reduce the loss of life from suicide as well as provide support for survivors.

Suicide is a major health problem that takes an enormous toll on family, friends, co-workers and the entire community. Approximately 800 Hoosiers die by suicide annually, which is more than double the number of homicides in Indiana. Hoosier teen suicide rates, at 17.2%, are four percent higher than the national average. With an estimated 55,000 Hoosier teens thinking about suicide in any two-week period, the importance of AFSP’s mission has never been greater, nor the work more urgent.

In the U.S. alone, approximately 20.9 million people suffer from serious depression. Ninety percent of the people who die by suicide have a diagnosable mental health disorder (often depression) at the time of their death. The lingering stigma attached to seeking help for mental health issues may be a contributing factor to undiagnosed depression.

The community walks are part of AFSP’s awareness strategy to help ‘Silence the Stigma’ of suicide and depression. AFSP is the leading national not-for-profit organization exclusively dedicated to understanding and preventing suicide through research, education and advocacy, and to reaching out to people with depressive illnesses and those impacted by suicide.

The goal for this year’s Indianapolis walk is to raise $70,000. Monies raised will help us achieve another goal, that of getting the More Than Sad program (AFSP's educational video program- (www.morethansad.org ) into Middle School and High Schools across the state, at no charge to the school, along with our Truth About Suicide video into every college.

Registration the day of the walk begins at 9:00 a.m. with opening ceremonies starting at 10:00 a.m. Participation is free. Registration and walker information is available by visiting the Indianapolis page at www.Outofthedarkness.org.

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FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Lisa Brattain
Phone: 317.774.1377
E-mail: lbrattain4afsp@aol.com
Debra Yuska
Phone: 317-341-4651
E-Mail: debyuska@indy.rr.com

Posted on August 24, 2011 at 12:04 PM in Public Service Announcements, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

August 18, 2011

"Cooking for Colebear" in Support of Out of the Darkness Community Walks

Today, The Cheap Gourmet is launching "Cooking for Colebear" to help raise funds for Out of the Darkness Community Walks. This project has been a labor of love to honor and celebrate the life of Nicole "Colebear" Lundy; a beautiful young woman who was my daughter's best friend and like a daughter to our family.

"Cooking for Colebear" is a collection of thirteen of Nicole's favorite recipes consisting of soups, casseroles, entrees, appetizers, and desserts. This recipe booklet is a 'Thank You' gift that will be given to anyone who makes a donation in any amount to Team Nicole via the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention "Out of the Darkness" website.

If you would like to receive a complimentary copy of "Cooking for Colebear" here is how it works:

Go to "Out of the Darkness Community Walks" website and make a donation on behalf of Team Nicole. This link opens in a new window.

Leave a comment below, stating you made a donation. Include your name and email address. This will not be published and will only be seen by me. Be certain to include the same name the donation was made in so we can verify your contribution.

Upon verification, I will email "Cooking for Colebear" recipe booklet to you.

That's it! Thank you so much for your support in this worthy cause. Let's help Nicole's mom and my daughter reach their goal of raising $3,000. Together we CAN make a difference!

"Cooking for Colebear" recipe booklet includes the following recipes:

Potato Soup
Green Pepper Steak with Rice
Mahi-Mahi Fish with Mango Strawberry Salsa
Cornish Game Hens
Broccoli Rice Casserole
Sweet Potato Casserole
Cheese Garlic Biscuits
Mustard Bacon Potato Salad
Beau Monde Cream Cheese Veggie and Chip Dip
Peach Crisp
Caramel Apple Salad
Oatmeal Scotchies Cookies
Brownie Bites with Strawberries and Chocolate Ganache

Posted on August 18, 2011 at 11:24 AM in Food and Drink, Public Service Announcements, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)

August 16, 2011

HCG Diet Results

As you may recall, last month I declared The Cheap Gourmet is Trying the HCG Diet. After 40 days of consuming around 500 calories per day, along with the HCG homeopathic drops and liquid vitamin B-12 complex, the results are in.

I am happy to announce that with the help of the HCG diet I was able to shed 19-1/2 pounds and 15-1/2 inches. Hooray! I feel like a new woman and am ecstatic about my personal HCG diet results (as is my husband!).

While I had hoped to lose 30 pounds, I am satisfied with almost 20. I intend to do another round in November to lose the rest. In the meantime, I plan on continuing with the tools I received through the HCG diet. The primary lessons learned were PORTION control and eating on a regular basis.

I'm pretty certain I would have lost the full 30 pounds if I hadn't cheated. It wasn't because I was hungry. Believe it or not, the HCG drops really do curb the cravings and I felt full most of the time.

I cheated simply because I was bored or thought I was having a craving I just had to give into. Like the nights I ate chocolate fudge and the time I used butter just because I couldn't live without it one more day. I'm only human and I do love food, especially chocolate, so I didn't beat myself up too bad and worked on sticking to it until the end.

I really do plan on posting the recipes I tried while on the HCG Diet. We ate very well and I learned how to make meals that complied with the guidelines, yet provided a hardy meal for my husband. I've been fortunate to add new clients and they have been keeping me very busy. With any luck, I can begin sharing these tasty foods with you within the week.

In the meantime, I am excited to share my before and after photo with you. I'd also like to thank Tara Burner for being my motivational coach and helping me achieve my weight loss goals. If you're going to try the HCG Diet, I'd highly recommend purchasing the drops through Tara. She is the best weight loss cheerleader anyone could ask for.

Posted on August 16, 2011 at 05:01 PM in Food and Drink, Public Service Announcements, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (6) | TrackBack (0)

July 27, 2011

Seeking Help from Food Bloggers for a Special "Good Cause" Project

The Cheap Gourmet is seeking help from food bloggers for a special "good cause" project. This involves preparing a recipe and taking a photograph that will be included in a recipe e-book.

The recipe collection is being used as a "Thank You" gift to individuals that contribute $5 or more to the Out of the Darkness Community Walks hosted by the American Foundation of Suicide.

On July 5, 2010, we lost a very important person in our life; a beautiful 20 year old young woman named Nicole. Nicole was my daughter's best friend for years and was like a daughter to me.

She was a gorgeous, vibrant girl who brought laughter and joy into our life and her passing has left a major void in the lives of many.

To honor Nicole, my daughter, along with many of Nicole's family members and friends have formed Team Nicole and will be walking to raise awareness about suicide prevention. The walk is taking place on September 10, 2011 at Celebration Plaza in Indianapolis.

In effort to help raise funds for this worthy cause, The Cheap Gourmet is putting together a recipe booklet filled with Nicole's favorite recipes. It will be called, "Cooking for ColeBear" in memory of her nickname.

I am looking for a few food bloggers who would like to join forces with me. What I need is a few people to make the recipes and take a high quality photograph. In exchange, I will include a link to each blogger's website or blog in the "Cooking for Colebear" recipe booklet and on The Cheap Gourmet blog.

The "Cooking for Colebear" recipe booklet will be provided to anyone that makes a $5 donation to Out of the Darkness. While I am unable to offer compensation for ingredients, blog posts, or photographs, the booklet offers great opportunities for participants to have their blog shared with countless people, as well as being reflected as a blogger that gives back to the community!

Please note, the recipes can be scaled back to make only enough for one serving to reduce ingredient costs. If you would like to take part in this volunteer opportunity, please contact me at kathy at thecheapgourmet.com, or leave a comment below.

The following is the list of recipes that I will need photos of. I will supply the recipe to you.

Green Pepper Steak and Rice

Red Lobster Cheese Garlic Biscuits

Peach Crisp

Caramel Apple Salad

Potato Soup

Broccoli Rice Casserole - Claimed by Tara Burner at TaraBurner.com

Oatmeal Scotchies - Claimed by Viveca Stone-Berry at AdrenalFatigueBeGone.com

Sweet Potato Casserole - Claimed by Marina Sweat Owens, Independent Pampered Chef consultant

Please note, food photography is needed no later than August 7th.

When you contact me, please advise which recipe you would like to prepare and photograph. As bloggers claim the recipes I will mark them off this list and include a link to your blog so that everyone knows who is participating is this worthy event. Upon receipt of your email correspondence, I will provide the recipe, along with ways to promote this event.

Thank you for your time! I very much look forward to working with the foodie community and greatly appreciate your support and time in helping me create "Cooking for Colebear".

UPDATE: A BIG "Thank You" to DepositPhotos.com for providing photos and illustrations for "Cooking for ColeBear." We greatly appreciate their generosity and support. Anyone that needs great artwork for websites, blogs, and presentations should visit DepositPhotos. They have beautiful and unique artwork for all your publishing needs!

Posted on July 27, 2011 at 10:04 AM in Food and Drink, Public Service Announcements, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

July 18, 2011

Announcing the Goya Foods Birthday Bash

The Cheap Gourmet was recently contacted by Goya Foods with a request to let you know about their exciting Birthday Bash. The company is celebrating their 75th birthday and want to invite you to join the party!

The Goya Birthday Bash consists of a mega cash prize of a whopping $75,000. This promotion can be played four ways. There's an online game, an on-pack game, mail-in sweepstakes, and Goya's Greatest Fan video/photo/essay contest. Participants have 10 different opportunities to potentially win $75,000.

In addition to the Goya Birthday Bash promotion, participants can receive the 75th Anniversary Series GOYA Recipe Booklets featuring cuisine from Mexico, Caribbean, South America, Central America, Spain, and Latin Fusion. These cookbooks can be yours at no cost by mailing in 75 UPC codes from Goya products. All participants will be entered into a drawing to receive 1 of 75 digital cameras.

I was introduced to Goya Foods years ago while working at a health food store. We used their beans, rice, and condiments in nearly all of our recipes. My personal all-time favorite is Adobo Seasoning. I use it on pretty much everything, but it is particularly tasty on chicken. It adds a hint of color and a delightful seasoning that eliminates the need for salt.

Goya carries over 1,500 products from every region of Latin America and Spain. Some of the more popular include: beans, seasoned rice mixes, green olives, olive oil, nectars and juices, tomato-based products, spices, hot sauces, and salsas.

The Goya website offers a wide range of delicious recipes including: Starters and Salads, Main Dishes, Side Dishes, Desserts, Drinks, Quick Meals, Affordable Meals, New Classics, and Latin Fusion. Visitors can setup their own recipe box which allows them to personalize each recipe, add notes, and create customized meal plans.

Visitors can subscribe to the Goya Foods mailing list to receive regular newsletters consisting of cooking tips, brand new recipes, special promotions, and money-saving coupons.

I have been enjoying playing the Goya Birthday Bash online game. All that is required is to put in your birthdate, hit the pinata until Goya products fall to the ground, and click on a product to reveal a number. Collect all numbers in your birthday and you could win $75,000.

I hope you will take a few minutes to check out the Goya Birthday Bash and Goya product line. These are great products that will infuse your meals with flavor and pizzazz!

Disclosure: The Cheap Gourmet received the Special Edition, 75th Anniversary Series Goya® Recipe Booklets as a thank you for sharing the word about their products.

Posted on July 18, 2011 at 10:44 AM in Cooking Sweepstakes, Food and Drink, Freebies and Giveaways, Gourmet and Food Deals, Public Service Announcements, Shopping, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

July 13, 2011

Great Summertime Gift Baskets from Red Envelope

The marketing agent for Red Envelope invited me to share some product updates and let you know about their summertime sales and newly updated line of gift baskets. I was introduced to this unique gift store years ago via the Oprah Show and have been a fan ever since.

One thing I particularly like about Red Envelope is their philosophy is all about giving. I also like that their product line is unique and offers something for everyone. Even better, everything can be purchased from the comfort of home.

A really unique feature of Red Envelope is their vibrant red packaging. Gifting items in red envelopes is the ancient Chinese tradition of Feng Shui. These traditions are of great interest to me and have been part of my lifestyle for years.

The timing of contact from Red Envelope couldn't have been better. July is one of my biggest gift-giving months and I'm always struggling to find the perfect gift. This month I need 3 birthday gifts, 1 anniversary gift, 2 "gifts for her," and a couple of gift baskets for business associates. Fortunately, I can get all those at Red Envelope.

Of course, I headed straight to the Gourmet Gift Baskets section and nearly drooled all over myself. Some of my favorites gourmet goodies include the plump strawberries enrobed in dark chocolate and rolled in nuts, and the chocolate mousse love torte. I might have to order that chocolate torte for my very own July birthday.

I'm certain my friends will love any of the chocolate candy, gourmet cakes, and cupcake samplers. For business associates, I'm going with deluxe snack packs consisting of nuts, trail mix, and sesame sticks or baskets filled with fruits, dried meats, and cheeses.

Finding anniversary gifts is usually my biggest challenge, but Red Envelope has saved the day. I found a great picnic backpack that contains everything you need but the food. My friends will be celebrating their 25th anniversary and the one thing they love to do more than anything is go hiking. Talk about the perfect gift!

Red Envelope has a ton of great anniversary gifts ranging from cuff links to pocket watches and diamond generation necklaces to dainty pearl drop pendants and earrings.

Two of my favorite anniversary gifts include: Legendary Love Letters; a gift box of 14 reproduced love letters from famous people, and Story of a Lifetime; a kit to record your family tree and memoirs.

It's going to take awhile to decide which gifts to order, but regardless of what I end up buying I'm sure the recipients will be pleased. If you're in need of unique gift ideas, I hope you'll stop by and support our featured merchant.

Before you head to their website, stop by Facebook and like RedEnvelope Facebook Page. You'll receive a 20 percent discount when you become their fan.

Last, but not least, if you're in need of gift ideas, check out the Red Envelope Blog. It's packed with tips for personalizing items, gift giving suggestions, and ways to add flair to summer gatherings.

Disclosure: The Cheap Gourmet received a monetary stipend from Red Envelope in exchange for this blog post. The opinions expressed reflect the true feelings of the author. She has been, and will continue to be, an avid supporter of Red Envelope products.

Posted on July 13, 2011 at 07:20 PM in Gift Ideas, Shopping, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (3) | TrackBack (0)

July 05, 2011

The Cheap Gourmet is Trying the HCG Diet

I hate to admit it, but since starting The Cheap Gourmet food blog back in 2007, I've added an extra 30 pounds of padding to my already robust stature. I'm uncomfortable. It's become harder to breathe and my knees ache far too often. It's time to revamp my diet plan and regain control over what passes through my lips.

I recently won the HCG Diet Program Giveaway hosted by Tara Burner. I received a 40-day supply of homeopathic HCG Plus drops and a bottle of homeopathic vitamin B-12. Tara provided a ton of literature, step-by-step directions, and recipes, plus I did a lot of research on my own. What I discovered is there is a lot of controversy over this weight loss plan.

Instead of reading a bunch of sales hype from websites trying to sell me HCG and hypercritical info from drug manufacturers, I downloaded the original research report presented by Dr. Simeon; the guy who did the scientific research some 50+ years ago. Click here if you want to download the PDF report, "Pounds and Inches: A New Approach to Obesity."

Dr. Simeon's protocol is based on HCG injections. The concentration level is much more powerful than what's in the HCG drops. I feel the controversy stems from the fact that HCG is NOT recommended for weight loss, and the drops ARE NOT approved by the FDA.

Another reason for controversy is the HCG Diet is extremely restrictive in calories. To the tune of about 500 per day. Human beings cannot normally sustain nutritional balance on a mere 500 calories per day.

However, Dr. Simeon's research report explains how the HCG helps your body release stored fat. Essentially, you're downloading necessary calories stored in fat cells throughout the diet. Once you reach a maximum 34-pound weight loss or complete the 23- or 40-day plan you stop and gradually reintroduce carbohydrates.

I'll be honest. I'm on the fence and somewhat skeptical about the HCG Diet. But, I want to give this a fair shake because after reading Dr. Simeon's report it makes perfect sense to me.

For me, organization is going to be the key to success. Using the food charts and recipes supplied by Tara, I created my first week's menu. The most challenging part was coming up with a menu that would be enjoyed by my really skinny husband who can shove 5000 calories in his mouth in a day and never gain an ounce. Oh, he's also a meat and potato guy and potatoes are prohibited on the HCG Diet.

Believe it or not, I managed to work it out. This evening I went shopping for our week's menu and did not buy one thing that wasn't on my list. We'll be having Beef with Spicy Parsley Tomato Sauce, No Mayo Tuna Salad, Mahi Tacos with Strawberry-Cucumber Salsa, Balsamic Mustard Steak, French Onion Soup, Lemon Zest Crab Cakes, and Lemon Pepper Chicken. Sounds pretty good, doesn't it?

I placed the menu on the fridge with the times I need to eat, what I'm going to eat, and when to injest the drops. I have no idea how well this will work, or if it will work, but from the looks of my menu I'm going to be eating much better than I have in months AND I'll be eating small meals throughout the day, which is something I am really bad about. I eat one huge dinner and that's it. No breakfast or lunch except once in awhile on the weekends. That is the worst eating habit ever and will really keep the weight on.

I'll be posting recipes throughout the week, as pretty much everything we're eating is brand new to us. We're going to toss out the spicy hot chocolate covered bacon and bacon waffles and all those high-carb foods we love so much and give this healthy eating another try.

If you have tried the HCG Diet, I'd love to hear your thoughts. I'll do my best to keep you posted on the weight loss. Supposedly, you can lose 1 to 2 pounds per day. I'd be ecstatic to lose 1/2 pound per day.

Please note that the opinions expressed here are merely my own. I'm not being paid to promote HCG drops, nor am I selling HCG drops. I'm just trying to change my eating habits and eat healthier foods and trying to fast track my efforts by using the product that I won.

Always consult with your physician before starting any weight loss plan. Especially one that limits calories to 500 per day!

Posted on July 05, 2011 at 07:39 PM in Food and Drink, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (7) | TrackBack (0)

May 16, 2011

Celebrating the Final Launch of Endeavour Space Shuttle

My day began standing on the beach to watch the final launch of Endeavour Space Shuttle. I'm incredibly lucky to live at the beach and can walk across the street to watch the launches. It's one of the most exhilarating experiences and I'm sad the program is being discontined.

Afterward, I published "Historic Final Launch of Endeavour Space Shuttle" for YCN, one of my favorite writing outlets. Watching the launch and writing about my personal experience took me on a walk down memory lane.

What came to mind was the different foods associated with astronauts. My first astronaut food memory is of Tang, the orange-flavored powder drink mix. I grew up watching the Tang: Drink of Choice Among Gemini Astronauts commercials. Does anyone remember this one...

Another memory was of astonaut ice cream. Believe it or not, you can actually buy the stuff online. Just head over to AstronautFoods.com and you'll have direct access to ice cream developed specifically for NASA Space Missions.

Apparently, astronauts eat a lot of ice cream because they have a nice selection. You can choose amongst the original Astronaut Ice Cream, Alien Ice Cream, Dinosaur Fossilized Slime, Chocolate Chip, Polar Bear Cookies and Cream Ice Cream Sandwich, Mint Chocolate Chip, and Astronaut Ice Cream Sandwich. Best of all they are cheap at an average cost of $2.70 per serving. What a fun idea for a pool party or children's birthday party!

AstronautFoods.com also sells freeze dried fruit and nut items, candy, and complete dinners. I'm thinking a astronaut dinner party would be a hoot. Unfortunately, the only dinner entree sold at the website is Beef Stew, but if all your guests like beef stew it would be a fun party idea.

Today, astronauts eat pretty much anything they do on Earth. It's just packaged, prepared, and consumed a little differently. If you're curious about how food is prepared in the space shuttle check out NASA's website section about space food. The ingenuity is quite amazing!

I'll miss the space shuttle launches, but am so grateful I've had the opportunity to watch several over the years. The last one is scheduled for July 2011 and I plan on having the best astronaut themed party on the planet. Stay tuned for my party planner!

Posted on May 16, 2011 at 04:23 PM in Food and Drink, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)

April 26, 2011

The Art of Growing Edible Weeds

Today, I'd like to share "The Art of Growing Edible Weeds"; an article recently published at Yahoo! Contributor Network. As a Featured Food and Wine Contributor for YCN, I've published well over 100 food articles , but haven't shared many of them via The Cheap Gourmet blog.

The other day, I was talking to a friend about cooking with edible weeds and directed her to the article. She called back a few hours later and said she had no idea I had published so many cooking articles and wanted to know why I wasn't sharing them via the blog. Good question!

I'd love to hear your feedback and find out if you would like for me to share more of my cooking articles here. I think I have a lot of good food stories and many of my articles are connected to true life events.

Due to licensing agreement, I can only share part of the article here. However, just click on the link at the end to read the rest of the story. This browser will remain open in case you want to return and continue perusing The Cheap Gourmet blog.

Excerpt from "The Art of Growing Edible Weeds"

Back in the late '90s, I worked as a vegetarian chef at a health food store. The Executive Chef, Leslie, was the poster child of natural living. She took great care in securing organic food purveyors and carefully inspected every piece of produce that entered the store.

Leslie ordered fresh edible flowers every day to ensure all entrées were accompanied with what she referred to as "gifts from Heaven." She enlisted help from a local farmer and commissioned him to grow edible weeds and medicinal herbs. Every day, he would arrive with an armful of green goodies which had been fertilized using remnants of fruit and vegetable pulp derived from juiced drinks prepared at the store's juicing bar.

Prior to working with Leslie, I considered weeds as a nuisance. As a child, I spent countless hours helping my mom pick weeds out of the garden. Past experience made it difficult for me to understand Leslie's passion for them. That is, until I tried her burdock root stir fry. From that moment on I was hooked.

Click here to read the rest of "The Art of Growing Edible Weeds."

Find more cooking articles at www.KathyBrowning.com.

Posted on April 26, 2011 at 03:03 PM in Cooking Tips, Food and Drink, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)

April 19, 2011

Bacon Buttermilk Pancake Cupcakes with Maple Buttercream Frosting

I selected this post to be featured on my blog’s page at food blogs.

I'm excited to share my Bacon Buttermilk Pancake Cupcakes with Maple Buttercream Frosting recipe. Not to brag, but these are the best cupcakes I have ever baked. Not only do you receive the goodness of a bacon-stuffed pancake, but also the divine decadence of maple buttercream frosting topped with a piece of chocolate covered bacon. Life doesn't get much better than this!

I created the bacon buttermilk pancake cupcakes with maple buttercream frosting as an entry into the Denny's/Foodbuzz BACONALIA challenge. Not only do I have a chance to win cash and a gift card to Denny's restaurant, I was able to experiment with one of my favorite foods – BACON!

These cupcakes taste like buttermilk pancakes, but are the texture of carrot cake. They are very easy to make and perfect for birthday parties, cook-outs, and special occasion events.

It's best to prepare the bacon beforehand to provide ample time to drain excess grease. I used thick sliced smoked bacon and baked in the oven at 400 degrees for 20 minutes. You can find the recipe for spicy hot chocolate covered bacon here. You don't have to garnish with chocolate bacon, but it takes the cupcake to an entirely new level.

BACON BUTTERMILK PANCAKE CUPCAKES WITH MAPLE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING AND CHOCOLATE COVERED BACON
Yield: 18 cupcakes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Bacon Bake Time: 20-25 minutes
Cupcake Bake Time: 10-12 minutes

CUPCAKE INGREDIENTS:
12 slices thick Bacon
2-1/2 cups Cake Flour (can substitute with all-purpose or wheat flour, if desired)
2 teaspoons Baking Powder
1 teaspoon Baking Soda
1 teaspoon Sea Salt
1 teaspoon ground Ginger
1 stick unsalted Butter, softened
3/4 cup Dark Brown Sugar
2 large Eggs
1-1/4 cups pure Maple Syrup
1 Tbsp. Vanilla Extract
1/2 cup Buttermilk (shake well)
3/4 cup Walnuts, finely chopped

DIRECTIONS:
1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Line 18"x13" baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange bacon slices, leaving a bit of room between each slice.
3. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until dark golden brown and crispy. Remove from oven and transfer to paper towel lined plate to absorb grease.
4. Reduce oven temperature to 350 degrees.
4. In a medium mixing bowl, combine cake flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and ginger together.
5. In a large mixing bowl, add butter and sugar. Using a handheld mixer on medium setting beat butter and sugar together until creamy.
6. Add eggs, maple syrup, and vanilla and mix until ingredients are incorporated.
7. Add one-third of flour mixture and mix for about 30 seconds. Add one-third buttermilk and mix for another 30 seconds. Repeat, alternating one-third flour and one-third buttermilk at a time.
8. Chop 6 slices of bacon into small bits.
8. Add bacon bits and walnuts to mixture and gently stir ingredients by hand to incorporate.
9. Line muffin tin with paper or tin cupcake liners or lightly grease muffin pan with butter, vegetable oil, or vegetable oil spray.
10. Bake for 20 minutes or until inserted toothpick comes out clean.
11. Transfer to baking rack and let cool to room temperature.

MAPLE BUTTERCREAM FROSTING
Yield: 2-1/2 cups
Prep Time: 10 minutes

INGREDIENTS:
1 cup unsalted Butter, softened
3 ounces Philly Cream Cheese, softened
2/3 cup Dark Brown Sugar
1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt
1/2 cup Maple Syrup
1/4 cup Pancake Syrup
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 cup Confectioner's Sugar

DIRECTIONS:
1. In a medium mixing bowl, add butter, cream cheese, brown sugar, and salt. Using handheld mixer on medium setting beat ingredients together until creamy.
2. In a measuring cup, combine maple syrup, pancake syrup, and vanilla. Slowly drizzle into butter mixture until ingredients are incorporated.
3. Slowly add confectioner's sugar, about 1/4-cup at a time, into frosting mixture. Increase speed to high and beat until frosting forms fluffy peaks.
4. Place frosting in refrigerator and chill for one hour.
5. Frost cupcakes using a flat icing knife or decorator bag with large tip.
6. Break remaining 6 pieces of bacon into 3 pieces per slice.

You might also like:
Outrageous Bacon Buttermilk Belgian Waffles with Homemade Maple Syrup Whipped Cream
Spicy Hot Chocolate Covered Bacon

Posted on April 19, 2011 at 01:36 PM in Desserts, Entertaining, Food and Drink, Recipes, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (2) | TrackBack (0)

April 18, 2011

Outrageous Bacon Buttermilk Belgian Waffle

If you crave dessert for breakfast, you'll love this Outrageous Bacon Buttermilk Belgian Waffle recipe. The past few weeks I've been experimenting with bacon recipes to submit in the Denny's/Foodbuzz BACONALIA challenge. Regardless of whether I win or not, I've had a blast playing with bacon. My kitchen has become so aromatic that my neighbors are calling wanting to sample my creations.

The following Outrageous Bacon Buttermilk Belgian Waffle recipe is made from a homemade batter that is slathered in organic creamy peanut butter and topped with brown sugar glazed bananas and homemade maple syrup whipped cream. Are you drooling yet?

I'm certain you could make this recipe using a boxed waffle or pancake mix. If so, I'd recommend using less water because the batter needs to be rather thick to accommodate the bacon slices. Before we get to the recipe, please note that this recipe is being submitted for competition to win prizes in the Denny's Foodbuzz BACONALIA challenge.

This recipe requires a bit of multi-tasking. Prepare the maple syrup whipped cream first and place in the fridge for about 20 minutes. Next, prepare the bacon and drain excess grease before preparing the waffle batter. While the waffles are cooking, prepare the glazed bananas.

OUTRAGEOUS BACON BUTTERMILK BELGIAN WAFFLE WITH PEANUT BUTTER, BROWN SUGAR GLAZED BANANAS AND HOMEMADE MAPLE SYRUP WHIPPED CREAM

HOMEMADE MAPLE SYRUP WHIPPED CREAM
Yield: 1 cup
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Chill Time: 15 to 20 minutes

INGREDIENTS:
1 cup Heavy Cream
1/4 cup Maple Syrup
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1/2 teaspoon ground Nutmeg

DIRECTIONS:
1. Chill a medium size metal bowl in freezer for 5 to 10 minutes.
2. Remove bowl from freezer and add heavy cream.
3. Using a handheld mixer, beat cream on medium setting until it begins to thicken.
4. Add vanilla extract and nutmeg to maple syrup and gradually drizzle into cream while beating at medium-high speed until whipped cream is thick. Place in refrigerator until ready for use.

BACON
Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 10 to 15 minutes

INGREDIENTS:
12 slices thick Smoked Maple Bacon

DIRECTIONS:
1. Heat griddle or large skillet over medium-heat.
2. Place bacon slices on griddle and cook 5 to 7 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy.
3. Transfer bacon to paper towel lined plate to drain excess grease. Set aside.

BUTTERMILK BELIGAN WAFFLE MIX
Yield: 4 waffles
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 3 to 4 minutes per waffle

INGREDIENTS:
1 cup Cake Flour (can substitute with all-purpose or whole wheat, if desired)
1 Tbsp. granulated Sugar
1 teaspoon Baking Powder
1/2 teaspoon Baking Soda
1/2 teaspoon Sea Salt
1 cup Buttermilk (shake well)
3 Tbsp. unsalted Butter, melted and cooled to room temperature
1 large Egg
1 Tbsp. vegetable oil for waffle iron

DIRECTIONS:
1. Lightly brush waffle iron with vegetable oil, then preheat to desired temperature. I prefer the high setting for golden brown, crispy waffles.
2. In a small mixing bowl, combine cake flour, sugar, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Gently whisk ingredients until well incorporated.
3. In a medium mixing bowl, combine buttermilk, melted butter, and egg. Whisk until ingredients are incorporated.
4. Slowly add flour mixture to liquid ingredients and gently stir until combined. The batter will be lumpy and thick.
5. Pour 3/4- to 1-cup waffle mixture to hot griddle. Using a wooden spoon, spread mixture to edges.
6. Place 3 slices of bacon on top of mixture.

7. Gently close waffle maker top to prevent bacon breakage.
8. While waffles are cooking, start preparing brown sugar glazed bananas.
9. Remove waffles and transfer to serving plate. Cover with foil or place in warm oven until ready to eat.

BROWN SUGAR GLAZED BANANAS
Yield: 4 servings
Prep Time: 5 minutes

INGREDIENTS:
2 medium ripe Bananas
1 Tbsp. unsalted Butter
1/4 cup Dark Brown Sugar

DIRECTIONS:
1. Preheat a small skillet over medium heat.
2. Add butter and heat until melted.
3. Slice bananas into 1/2-inch diagonal slices.
4. Add to melted butter and cook until medium golden brown.

5. Add brown sugar and gently stir until bananas are coated.
6. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes, until brown sugar begins to bubble. Remove from heat.

BUILDING THE PERFECT BACON BUTTERMILK BELGIAN WAFFLE

1. Place Belgian waffle on serving plate.

2. Slather with 1 Tbsp. peanut butter (smooth or crunchy).

3. Top with 2 Tbsp. maple syrup whipped cream.

4. Top with 1/4 cup brown sugar glazed bananas.

5. Serve with a glass of cold milk or freshly squeezed orange juice.

If you love bacon you might also enjoy my recipe for Spicy Hot Chocolate Covered Bacon.

Posted on April 18, 2011 at 11:50 AM in Breakfast Recipes, Entertaining, Food and Drink, Recipes, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

April 17, 2011

Spicy Hot Chocolate Covered Bacon

If you've never tried spicy hot chocolate covered bacon you are in for the treat of a lifetime! The saltiness of the bacon combined with heat of freshly ground chili peppers and slathered in melted chocolate offers a taste bud sensation like no other!

Before divulging the spicy hot chocolate covered bacon recipe, allow me to tell you how it came to be. Last November, I was invited to participate in "A Chile and a Spoon Competition" hosted by Marx Foods.

Marx Foods provided a variety of dried chili peppers to food bloggers and allowed competitors to create any dish we wanted as long as it contained one or more of the sample peppers and could be eaten with a spoon. My entry was Smokin' Hot Molten Chocolate Lava Cake.

I've been like a kid in a candy store since receiving the generous supply of chili peppers from Marx Foods. I've made a few dozen varieties of chili powder and used them in soups, stews, side dishes, desserts, marinades, sauces, and as meat rubs.

My all-time favorite use of freshly ground chili powder is pairing with chocolate. I can say with certainty I have not made one chocolate dessert without chilies since the chocolate lava cake entry. So, when my favorite foodie website on the planet, FoodBuzz.com, announced they were hosting a bacon recipe contest with a grand prize of $500 cash AND $100 Denny's restaurant gift card, the idea of spicy hot chocolate covered bacon came to mind.

Please note the following recipe was created as part of the Denny's and or FoodBuzz BACONALIA challenge and is an entry for a chance to win.

This recipe calls for thick sliced bacon. If the bacon is too thin it will fall apart when coated in melted chocolate. I used hardwood smoked bacon, but I bet maple or pepper-crusted would be delicious as well.

While you can use any type of chili peppers, I highly recommend Marx Foods. They have a fabulous supply of unique peppers and the flavors are absolutely divine!

I won't keep you in suspense any longer. Here's the chocolate covered bacon recipe. Enjoy!

SPICY HOT CHOCOLATE COVERED BACON
Yield: 54 pieces
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Bake Time: 22-25 minutes

INGREDIENTS:

18 slices thick hardwood smoked Bacon
1 dried Mulato Chili (mild)
1 dried Organic Limo Rojo Chili (hot)
7 ounces Chocolate Candy Discs or Baker's Dipping Chocolate

DIRECTIONS:

1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. Remove stems from chili peppers. Roast chilies in small skillet over medium-high heat until aromatic; about 5 to 6 minutes. Frequently turn to prevent scorching.

3. Grind peppers in coffee grinder or food processor until fine powder. Transfer to small container and set aside.

4. Line 18"x13" baking sheet with parchment paper. Place bacon strips side-by-side, leaving a little room to prevent sticking. Lightly sprinkle each side with chili powder.

5. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes or until bacon is dark golden brown and crisp. Transfer to plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess grease.
6. Using a double-boiler, melt chocolate candy discs over low heat or microwave according to package directions. Transfer melted chocolate to a medium bowl large enough to accommodate your hands.
7. Using kitchen shears, cut bacon slices in thirds. Add to melted chocolate and gently toss with hands until evenly coated.

8. Line baking sheet with parchment paper. Gently shake off excess chocolate and place bacon pieces on baking sheet.

9. Place in freezer for 15 to 20 minutes. Transfer to serving dish or resealable container. Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Posted on April 17, 2011 at 07:45 PM in Desserts, Entertaining, Food and Drink, Holiday Recipes, Recipes, Snacks, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

March 24, 2011

Baby Lamb Chops with Garlic and Rosemary

Today, I'd like to share a delightful Baby Lamb Chops with Garlic and Rosemary recipe. This was my first experience eating lamb chops. I don't know why, but I've always had an issue with eating baby lambs and could not bring myself to try it.

Last year, I entered the Baby Lamb Chops with Garlic and Rosemary recipe in the Foodbuzz Project Food Blog Challenge. Although I did not progress through the contest, I discovered I actually enjoy lamb chops and this recipe has become one of our favorites.

It is very easy to prepare and the roasted garlic and rosemary topping adds a ton of extra flavor. I hope it becomes one of your favorites as well!

BABY LAMB CHOPS WITH GARLIC AND ROSEMARY

Adapted from Michael Chiarello's Lamb Chop recipe
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10-12 minutes

INGREDIENTS
1/4 cup Extra Virgin Olive Oil (use 1/8 cup for marinade and 1/8 cup for cooking lamb chops)
2 cloves Garlic, thinly sliced lengthwise
2 Tablespoons fresh Rosemary leaves
1 Lemon, zested
4 Baby Lamb Chops
Sea Salt and freshly ground Black Pepper

DIRECTIONS:
1. Heat 1/8 cup olive oil in 12-inch skillet over medium-high heat. Add garlic and cook until light golden brown. Add rosemary leaves and cook until crispy.
2. Remove from heat and cool for 5 minutes.
3. Transfer to small bowl, add lemon zest, and mix well.
4. Heat remaining olive oil in skillet over medium-high heat.
5. Season both sides of lamb chops with salt and pepper.

6. Cook lamb chops in skillet 4 minutes per side for medium-rare.
7. Transfer to serving platter and spoon rosemary-garlic marinade on top.

Posted on March 24, 2011 at 02:06 PM in Dinner Recipes, Entertaining, Food and Drink, Greek Food Recipes, Recipes, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (4) | TrackBack (0)

March 22, 2011

Mark Your Calendar for HSN Cooks Spring Weekend Event

Have you heard about HSN Cooks Spring Weekend Event? If not, take a moment to mark your calendar for Saturday, March 26th and Sunday, March 27th to take advantage of amazing savings for cooking gadgets and gourmet foods.

In partnership with Bon Appétit, the HSN Cooks Spring Weekend Event features new and top-selling brands from celebrity chefs such as Wolfgang Puck, Emeril Lagasse, and Padka Lakshmi. Viewers will also be introduced to the Lee Brothers; known for their Southern cooking cookbooks, boiled peanuts, and barbeque sauces, as well as Chef Ken Hom; a Chinese-American chef and author known for his signature wok collection and line of ready-cooked meals.

Another featured chef appearing on HSN is Jacques Torres; affectionately known as Mr. Chocolate. Chef Torres offers an amazing selection of decadent chocolate concoctions including chocolate marshmallows, chocolate covered espresso beans, and chocolate covered Cheerios and Corn Flakes. Who knew chocolate covered cereal tasted so good?

Throughout the HSN Cooks Spring Weekend Event, viewers will be introduced to new culinary delights including Aunt Ida Baked Goods and Leonetti's handmade authentic Italian Stromboli Sandwiches.

During the holidays a friend sent me Aunt Ida's 'Chocolate Babka' which is a traditional-style Russian coffee cake filled with chocolate chips with a drizzle of chocolate on top. It was beyond heavenly, it was downright addictive! I'm excited that HSN will be selling this product line because I have been thinking about Chocolate Babka for 3 months!

Leonetti's was featured on 'Unwrapped', an introspective food show on the Food Network that chronicles how foods are manufactured. Leonetti's Stromboli sandwiches are the creation of Leonetti's founder, Richard DiPietro, Italian mother.

Every day, Leonetti's prepares handmade dough for their prized sandwiches in their Philadelphia manufacturing plant. Selections include Italian Stromboli's, Calzones, and authentic Philly Cheesesteak sandwiches.

If you haven't visited the HSN website in a while, you might be surprised to know they offer an amazing recipe collection. Visitors can print recipes from famous chefs such as Tyler Florence, Todd English, Andrew Lessman, Debra Murray, Emeril Lagasse, and Wolfgang Puck.

Throughout the HSN Cooks Spring Weekend Event, viewers can take advantage of special event pricing, select free shipping, value-packed bundles, and HSN card offers. Additionally, Bon Appétit will provide special offers on subscriptions, plus tips and solutions from Editor Dede Wilson.

This event is a great time to stock up on culinary necessities, entertaining supplies, prepackaged foods, cookware, dinnerware, outdoor grilling supplies, small kitchen appliances, bakeware, and cookbooks.

Kickoff starts at 6 am ET on Saturday, March 26th and ends with a grand finale hosted by Padma Lakshmi at 11 pm ET on Sunday, March 27th. A complete HSN Cooks Spring Weekend Event schedule is published at the HSN website.

DISCLOSURE: The Cheap Gourmet received a $10 HSN Gift Card as a Thank You for helping to promote this event.

Posted on March 22, 2011 at 03:46 PM in Cooking Events, Food and Drink, Kitchen Appliances, Public Service Announcements, Shopping, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

February 27, 2011

Gorgonzola Cheese Stuffed Dates Wrapped in Prosciutto

I recently served these gorgonzola cheese stuffed dates wrapped in prosciutto appetizers at a wedding. They were a big hit and several people asked for the recipe. Not only do the dates taste amazing, they are super simple to make and can be served warm or at room temperature; making them a great appetizer for nearly any occasion.

Another great thing about the gorgonzola cheese stuffed dates wrapped in prosciutto is they can be made a day ahead. I stored them in a resealable plastic bag placed in the refrigerator overnight. I wouldn't recommend making them more than 1 day in advance to prevent the prosciutto from drying out.

You could substitute prosciutto with bacon or thin slices of maple-glazed ham. These can be baked in the oven; grilled on a flatop griddle; or an indoor grill such as a George Foreman electric grill. I hope you enjoy this semi-healthy-dessert-appetizers as much as we do!

GORGONZOLA CHEESE STUFFED DATES WRAPPED IN PROSCIUTTO

Yield: 24

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Bake Time: 8-10 minutes

INGREDIENTS:

24 whole Medjool Dates, pitted

1/2 cup Gorgonzola Cheese, crumbled

12 slices Prosciutto

DIRECTIONS:

1. Place 24 toothpicks in water and soak for 10 minutes to prevent burning in oven.

2. Preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.

3. Slice dates in half, being careful not to slice all the way through. Remove pit.

4. Stuff each date with 1 teaspoon Gorgonzola cheese.

5. Wrap each date with 1/2 slice of Prosciutto and secure with toothpick.

6. Place dates on baking sheet and bake for 8 to 10 minutes, or until cheese begins to bubble and prosciutto starts to crisp up.

7. Remove from oven. Transfer to serving plate and serve immediately. Place leftovers in airtight container and refrigerate for up to 1 week.

My favorite source for buying Medjool dates is Nuts Online. They offer plump, moist, juicy Medjool dates for $$7.49/pound and Organic Medjool dates for $8.49/pound. Nuts Online carries a full line of herbs, spices, sweets, snacks, dried fruit, and much, much more. I think you'll love their products and exceptional customer service. Click on the banner below to begin your shopping experience.

Posted on February 27, 2011 at 07:21 PM in Appetizers, Entertaining, Food and Drink, Snacks, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (6) | TrackBack (0)

February 18, 2011

Stuffing Wrapped in Bacon Appetizers

My husband made stuffing wrapped in bacon appetizers for our Super Bowl party. They were so yummy that we've added them to our 'Favorites' menu and have indulged twice since Super Bowl Sunday.

Not only do the stuffing wrapped in bacon appetizers taste great, they are super easy to make. We used packaged Stovetop stuffing mix, but these appetizers could be made using homemade stuffing as well. Additionally, you can substitute bacon with prosciutto or hard meats such as salami or pepperoni. As you can see by the photo, we used one-half round of sandwich pepperoni for one of the stuffing balls and it was quite tasty as well!

STUFFING WRAPPED IN BACON APPETIZERS

Yield: 12 balls

Prep Time: 15 minutes

Bake Time: 15-18 minutes

INGREDIENTS:

1 box Original Stovetop Stuffing Mix

6 slices Bacon, cut in half

DIRECTIONS:

1.Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.

2. Cook Stovetop Stuffing according to package directions.

3. Remove from stove and let cool for 5 minutes.

4. Use a cookie scoop to create stuffing balls or roll 2 Tablespoons of stuffing mix and roll into a balls.

5. Wrap with 1/2 slice bacon and secure with toothpicks.

6. Place stuffing balls on baking sheet and bake for 15-18 minutes or until bacon is crisp and top of stuffing is lightly browned.

7. Transfer to serving platter and enjoy!

Posted on February 18, 2011 at 10:06 AM in Appetizers, Entertaining, Food and Drink, Recipes, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (1) | TrackBack (0)

February 10, 2011

Last Minute Valentine's Day Gift Ideas

In need of last minute Valentine's Day gift ideas? If so, consider shopping with the following vendors. Each merchant is offering special discounts, but you need to get orders in today to ensure fast delivery.

I've selected 6 last minute Valentine's Day gift ideas that are suitable for any budget. Simply click on the banners for each vendor. Valentine's Day shopping has never been easier!

Valentine's Day Chocolate Gifts

NutsOnline.com: This is one of my favorite places to shop for chocolates, nuts, herbs, and spices. Not only does NutsOnline offer deeply discounted prices, they also have an astounding collection of products. I highly recommend the Valentine's Passion Gift Tin packed with passion chocolate strawberries, milk chocolate cashews, passion chocolate cherries, and milk chocolate almonds.

Click here to order this Delicious, super-discounted, Treat for your sweetie for Valentine's Day

M&Ms Personalized Candies: Everybody loves M&Ms, especially when they contain personal messages of love. Create your own Valentine's Day 'melt-in-your-mouth-not-in-your-hand' candies and let your loved ones know how much you care!

Valentine's Day Gifts for the Man in Your Life

ClubsofAmerica.com: Nothing says I love you more than an ongoing Beer of the Month Club subscription. Your man will love receiving 12 bottles of fresh microbrew beers month after month. Select from 1 to 12 month Beer of the Month Club subscriptions.

Valentine's Day Flowers

OrganicBouquet.com: Eco-Elegant Valentine's Day roses and flowers will certainly put a smile on your Valentine's face (and probably a tear in their eye). Organic Bouquet offers traditional Valentine's Day flowers including red, pink, and white roses. If you're thinking outside the traditional floral arrangement, Organic Bouquet offers roses in any color you desire, as well as tulips, blue iris bouquets, white lilies, and any kind of flower you want to send. Flower bouquets start at $29.95. However, order today because this special expires on Feb. 12th.

Kiss the Cook Valentine's Day Gift Ideas

FlirtyAprons.com: If you think aprons are ugly and boring, think again! Flirty Aprons offers sensual and sexy aprons for all the cooks in your life!

Valentine's Day Jewelry and Collectibles

BradfordExchange.com: Renowned for offering high-quality and affordable jewelry and collectibles, as well as installment plans, you're certain to find elegant and exquisitely-crafted gifts for everyone on your Valentine's Day shopping list.

Posted on February 10, 2011 at 12:54 PM in Food and Drink, Gift Ideas, Shopping, Weblogs | Permalink | Comments (0) | TrackBack (0)

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